NYC Performance Test Kitchen (Feedback-based workshop for performers; by performers)

NYC Performance Test Kitchen is an in-person, feedback-driven performance development initiative based in New York City. They create small, curated group workshops where stand-up comedians, songwriters, storytellers, and performance artists can test work-in-progress in front of attentive peers.
Rather than formal teaching or industry critique, performers receive anonymous, structured written feedback alongside a facilitated peer discussion focused on attention, clarity, and impact—helping artists understand how their work is landing and where it can be strengthened.

Pilot Structure

• NYC-based, in-person sessions
• 6–8 performers per workshop (invite-only)
• Short performances (5–7 minutes, often repeated within a session)
• Structured written feedback paired with moderated discussion
• Potential for follow on aessions each month

What This Is Not

• An open mic
• A class or critique led by an instructor
• A showcase or industry night
• A casual or drop-in hang

There is a sliding scale fee ($5-$25) per session to cover facilitation, space, and admin. Participation is curated but intentionally cross-disciplinary, The focus is on attentive listeners, structured response, and space to refine the work.
The goal of NYC Performance Test Kitchen is to support sustained artistic development, allow for thoughtful feedback outside of institutional settings and encourage a sense of collective craft-building..

Requirements

The workshop is intended for performers with prior performance experience who are interested in refining work through feedback and dialogue, not polish or exposure.Participation as a listener is as important as performing.
Performers are expected to stay for the full session and engage in feedback.

Application Instructions

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